One-Week Italy Road Trip from Naples to Rome, Pescara, and Bari and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Naples. You’ll stay in Naples for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Naples has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible piazza del Plebiscito. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 58,141 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Naples, La Locanda Gesù Vecchio. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 899 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Naples is La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,927 customers.

Locals recommend Al Vecchio 53 Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Naples. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

Naples also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Naples is OAK Napoli Wine And Craft Beer. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 764 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Naples is L'antiquario. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Locals also enjoy Barrio Botanico - Municipio. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,402 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Italy!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Naples. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Naples’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Naples, start your day with a visit to the amazing Castel Nuovo. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 28,032 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Naples National Archaeological Museum. This archaeological museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 27,352 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Naples National Archaeological Museum welcomes 616,878 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cappella Sansevero to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Cappella Sansevero is a former church that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,405 visitors. Every year, around 175,138 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Naples has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rome. Rome offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular 433. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,341 reviews.

The remarkable Roma Sparita is another top restaurant in Rome we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rome, the fantastic D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cantina e Cucina. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Ai Tre Scalini. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Grand Hotel Palatino, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Rome. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,826 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Rome is the 5-star NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,953 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Rome is the 3-star Hotel Nord Nuova Roma. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,325 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Rome, like the outstanding Villa Borghese. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 visitors.

Piazza del Popolo is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Rome. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Rome is the extraordinary Piazza di Spagna. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 113,658 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Colosseum. Up to 7,400,000 people visit this attraction every year. Around 328,821 visitors have given this roman amphitheatre an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Roman Forum. Roman Forum is a popular square, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 travelers.

Come to Rome prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Rome.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Amedeo, after your day of exploring the city of Rome. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Maccheroni. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

Locals recommend VinAllegro, one of the best bars in the city of Rome, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome, Ristorante Tema. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Bar Tornatora Rome is also one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Italy.

You’ll stay in Pescara for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Rome today is Trevi Fountain. This excellent attraction is a sculpture that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Pantheon, an outstanding roman temple, in the city of Rome. Around 189,682 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Pantheon's popularity, more than 30,000,000 people stop by Pantheon to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rome is Piazza Navona. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Italy, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Italy. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Saint Peter's Square for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors.

This outstanding major basilica has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Pescara.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara, Fattoria Toccaferro | Via Firenze. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,714 customers.

Locals recommend Da Bacone as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. Da Bacone is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara is Taverna 58. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Pescara, Bar Napoli. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Temple Bar Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Pescara. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Pescara and embark on a scenic drive to Bari, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Pescara and Metropolitan Bari before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Pescara. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 10,367 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Ponte del Mare. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,487 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Pescara is the stunning Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,873 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Lama Monachile. This attraction is a bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,378 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Metropolitan Bari, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bari. When you arrive in Bari you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Mastro Ciccio. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,456 customers.

Locals also recommend La Tana del Polpo, another of the best restaurants in Bari. La Tana del Polpo is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,804 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Cantina dello Zio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,242 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bar Moderno to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bari, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,784 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The ciclatera under the sea. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The ciclatera under the sea has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,155 customers.

Ristorante Antò - Cucina e Sapori Tipici is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 828 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Italy, and look forward to more great days to come!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bari, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Basilica Cattedrale Metropolitana Primaziale San Sabino. This amazing attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,399 visitors.

Basilica di San Nicola is another popular attraction you could visit. This unforgettable attraction welcomes around 445,000 visitors yearly. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Basilica di San Nicola has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,196 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Teatro Petruzzelli. This outstanding attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,870 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Castel del Monte. Castel del Monte is a hohenstaufen castle in southern italy and a popular attraction that hosts approximately 206,924 travelers per year. More than 14,744 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

You can also make your new day in Italy more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Italy’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Bari.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Del Centro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 customers.

La Muraya Ristorante is one of the top restaurants in the city of Bari. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,090 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Bari, The Stuart, Scottish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Bari, we recommend the cocktails at Steam pub. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bari is Gola Caffè Bistrot. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 824 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Bari!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Amalfi Coast. This attraction is a coast and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 70,989 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Province of Salerno is another excellent way to spend your new day in Italy. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Italy’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Italy’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Italy’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Archaeological Park of Pompeii in the city of Pompei for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,465 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Naples.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Antichi Sapori Partenopei Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Naples. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 983 customers.

Locals also recommend Tandem Ragù as one of the best restaurants in the city of Naples. Tandem Ragù is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Naples is Osteria Il Gobbetto. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,288 customers.

After dinner, visit Shanti Art Musik Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Naples. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Archivio Storico - Cocktail Bar & Wonderfood. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 930 customers.

Alternatively, Sinclair Scottish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Naples. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy!

Day 8 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Naples before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Ovo Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Naples. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,595 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Naples and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Italy.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Naples at Trattoria Don Vincenzo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,600 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend A Cucina Ra Casa Mia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Naples. The A Cucina Ra Casa Mia restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,222 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Anonymous Trattoria Gourmet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 859 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Naples. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Italy!